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2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan revealed
InspectorGadget83 replied to mercury_1988's topic in Fusion Forum
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I was just at that dealer the other day and that same Flex is still there but it's not in the front row anymore. I will admit that I am a huge fan of the Flex, I think it's a great looking vehicle. If I needed to move around groups of people I would certainly be getting one. That being said this is definitely the worst option they could have gone with.
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09 FEH Limited observations so far...
InspectorGadget83 replied to wsg32's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
I agree with the engine being loud, I'm pretty sure that's because it idles a lot higher than regular vehicles (almost 2000 rpm). But I definitely have to disagree with the lack of power. I always seem to have all the power that I need, especially on the highway. I've put my foot to the floor and even gotten some noise out of the tires. As for starts from a complete stop, I've only had the engine start when I know that the battery is a little low on charge. Anything under 40 will almost always get me EV mode. I'm averaging low 30s with normal driving (no special hybrid techniques) and 6700 miles. Completely satisfied with everything about it -
Backup Cam with Nav System?
InspectorGadget83 replied to twolostminds's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
I registered on the Ford Owners website and found out that gave me a login to the sync website as well. -
That's weird because I can leave work with the engine and A/C running and be in EV by the time I hit the traffic light less then a mile away. It's been in the upper 80's here and I do park in a structure so that might make a difference, but I have also had the engine cut out with the A/C on after being parked in the sun. I wonder if maybe a sensor is mixed up.
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Mine goes into EV with the A/C in Econ and for the most part it will stay EV as well. I want to say that the issue is that the climate control feels it needs to run more A/C to get to the right temp. I have noticed that sometimes when the engine cuts out the fan speed increases. How high is the outside temp and how long as the A/C been running?
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Order Status on 4x4 Ford Escape Hybrid
InspectorGadget83 replied to tazjedi's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
Honestly, they aren't as useful as I thought they would be. They are helpful getting in but not so much getting out. I'll have to see how they work for my girlfriend, since she's the main reason I ordered them. The nice thing is they provide multiple functions. It can help prevent other doors from hitting the side and also keeping the splashes from the front tires from getting up to the doors. -
Order Status on 4x4 Ford Escape Hybrid
InspectorGadget83 replied to tazjedi's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
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possibility of much more than 34 mpg?
InspectorGadget83 replied to vichybrid's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
Hey, thought I'd throw out there that I just picked up my Escape on Wednesday and I'm 330 miles into my 1st tank and the computer says that I'm averaging 30.3 mpg. This is definitely exceeding the estimate of 28mpg (combined) for the 4WD. -
anyone can explain keyless remote
InspectorGadget83 replied to vichybrid's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
I assume that you are talking about the keypad on the driver's door. I had that on my '88 Taurus and I loved it. I was really excited to get it on my new Escape. I'm not sure how much it gets used today since everyone has remotes, but I know it is useful if keys get locked inside or you want to leave the car running while you are not in it. -
Order Status on 4x4 Ford Escape Hybrid
InspectorGadget83 replied to tazjedi's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
I'll have to take some better ones during daylight. I should be able to do that later today. -
2009 ford Escape Navigation System Question
InspectorGadget83 replied to burnsva's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
The new Sync and Nav system are the coolest gadgets I've seen in or out of a car. Sync works exactly as they describe it in the commercials and the Sirius Travel Link is so useful. Not only can you check the weather, it can check traffic as well. Plus there's the 10gb hard drive for ripping CDs and the ability to play DVDs while parked. As a button-pushing geek, I am in total heaven in the Escape. :hyper: -
Order Status on 4x4 Ford Escape Hybrid
InspectorGadget83 replied to tazjedi's topic in Escape & Kuga Forum
I just picked up my 4x4 Hybrid Limited yesterday. It seems that most people are ordering FWD. Mine was delayed about a month apparently due to several different factors. There was weather delay, transportation strike and apparently a delay with the new nav systems that are going into the Escapes and the Flex. But I have it now and love it. Totally worth the wait even if it was excruciating. -
Yes Yes, it does include an audio jack in the front console. I'm not sure about MP3 discs though. There is only a mention of that in the option for the Audiophile system which seems to be an option only on the XLT and Limited (Gas). There is already debate over whether or not that system is part of the Nav package. With or without the Navigation system the (Gas)Limited, Hybrid and Hybrid Limited come with SYNC which will work with an iPod or other MP3 player. However, I have heard that the SYNC system is even better and easier to use if you get the Navigation system. I ordered mine with the Nav but I'm a sucker for fancy technology and things with buttons :D That is true, but it is the base price for the FWD model not including tax, destination fee, etc. Hope this answers your questions.
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I didn't realize that there were issues like that. I think some dealers have incorrect information or are trying to provide incorrect information. As for X-Plan, I ordered mine with it and will be paying less than the retail and that is including taxes, etc. If you are getting different information about prices or X-plan I think you should find a different dealer. I know it's a little out of your area but the guy that I worked with at my dealer was great to work with.
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Are people getting different answers in different regions about whether or not orders can be place for the '09s? I went to my dealer (Huntington in MI) on the 17th and looked at the order guides. Then I placed my order the next day.
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I would say that these are definitely worth the money. I was considering a 2008 but the Sync system alone was enough for me to hold out for a 2009. I ordered mine on the 18th and the pricing came out being only $1000 more than the similarly equipped 2008 that I had priced out the day before.